Amazing Grace

A traditional Gospel song sung and played by Patricia Cummings

Daisy with dew

Gloriosa Daisy. photo by James Cummings

"Amazing Grace" was one of my father's favorite songs. As he lay on his bed, terminally ill, he would request that I sing it to him. Therefore, the song brings back potent meaning and memories to me, knowing what the hymn meant to him. I am happy that I could be a comfort to him in his last days. He always did love music.

Even though my voice is no longer strong and clear as it was in my youth, I still sing. In some ways, I am forever my father's child. I only regret that he never knew me as an adult, nor as a mother of my own child.

Today, I dedicate this song to my friend, Bob Rotruck, a constant contributor to this website with his delightful poetry. When he revealed that he loves this hymn, I decided to record it. While the song will never be "perfect," at least when I sing it, the sentiment is as meaningful as when John Newton (1725-1807) wrote the words. Here's to you, Bob.

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